Unusual stat from Saints game in 1978 - 90%+ rushing attempts (1 Viewer)

[Cincy Saint]

Saw this mentioned on one of the MNF post game shows.

Saints are one of only five or six (can't recall the exact number) to rush on more than 90% of their offensive snaps in a game. In a 1978 game with the Saints vs. the hated 49ers, the Saints ran the ball on 55 of 59 plays (93%). The Saints created six turnovers leading to a 14-7 victory.

The video is classic with Hank Stram on color commentary. Here's a chance for you younger fans to see Archie play although he only throws four times. And O.J. Simpson played for the Niners!

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[TenTwo]

That's what we need to be doing every week with this team.

 

[Zztop]

Those old uniforms look pretty nice

 

[Bill]

Those old uniforms look pretty nice

I'm always amazed by how much bigger the shoulder pads used to be back then!

 

[Broad St. Saint]

That is a pretty amazing lineup after the game. But what the heck was Kaz?

 

[SoggyBottomBoy]

That is a pretty amazing lineup after the game. But what the heck was Kaz?

Kaz (TV Series 1978–1979) ⭐ 7.7 | Crime, Drama

1h

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[Section 302]

I'm always amazed by how much bigger the shoulder pads used to be back then!

Maybe that's why there are so many injured now, look at what the players wear today, next to nothing for padding.